M.S.N. Advanced Role Options

Nurse Administrator Option

The M.S.N. Nurse Administrator option enables the student to acquire advanced knowledge of organizational leadership, health policy, and evidence-based health care delivery. The program is designed to prepare students for leadership and administrative roles in a variety of health care settings.

A total of 37 credits is required. The role synthesis course includes 180 practicum hours with a preceptor in an administrative setting. The curriculum is designed to assist graduates in preparing for national certification as a nurse executive.

(C) Elective Courses (9 credits)

(D) M.S.N. Capstone Course (3 credits)

NURS 513: M.S.N. Capstone (3 credits)

Nurse Educator Option

The M.S.N. Nurse Educator option enables the student to acquire advanced knowledge of evidence-based teaching and learning principles, curriculum development, and evaluative techniques. The program is designed to prepare students for educator roles in a variety of academic and health care settings.

A total of 37 credits is required. The role synthesis course includes 180 practicum hours with a preceptor in an educational setting. The curriculum will assist graduates in preparing for national certification as a nurse educator.

(D) Elective Courses (3 credits)

(E) M.S.N. Capstone Course (3 credits)

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Graduate Credit Certificates

The graduate credit certificate programs serve students with a B.S.N. degree in nursing or an M.S.N. degree who want a certificate in Nursing Education or Nursing Administration. The programs include three required courses (9 credits) and an optional 4-credit practicum. These certificates are offered online through Penn State World Campus. For additional information, see Graduate Certificates.